1957 Peugeot 403 vs. 1957 Talbot Lago America
To start off, both 1957 Peugeot 403 and 1957 Talbot Lago America were released in the same year (1957). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Talbot Lago America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Talbot Lago America (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 403. (56 HP @ 4650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Talbot Lago America should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1957 Talbot Lago America.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Peugeot 403 | 1957 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Peugeot | Talbot |
| Model | 403 | Lago America |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
